"See, here is the name on some of the woodwork.

I reckon the vessel went to pieces on the rocks." The wreckage consisted mainly of broken spars and cordage.

But there were also some boxes, which, on being opened, proved to contain provisions.
"It's not such a bad find, after all," said Tom.

"I hope some more comes ashore." But though they waited the best part of the night, nothing more came to view.
In the morning the boys felt tired and they did not rouse up until nearly noon.

They found old Jerry at the beach, inspecting the wreckage.
"The ropes may come in handy," he said.